Channel Marketing Manager, UK and Ireland

Meta; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Channel Marketing Manager to lead retail marketing efforts in the UK and Ireland. This role involves creating innovative marketing programs, managing retail partnerships, and optimizing budgets to enhance consumer shopping experiences. With a focus on cutting-edge technology products, you will play a pivotal role in driving sales and expanding the reach of Meta's hardware. Join a forward-thinking company that is reshaping the future of social technology and immerse yourself in an environment that values creativity, collaboration, and innovation. If you have a passion for marketing and a knack for building impactful retail strategies, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in marketing with success in technology-based consumer marketing.
• Proven knowledge in selling consumer goods in online and retail capacity.

Responsibilities

• Manage online and in-store retail presence for best consumer experiences.
• Create retail marketing programs to drive sales of Meta products.

Skills

Marketing Strategy

Consumer Electronics Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Retail Marketing

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Post-graduate Business/Marketing Qualification

Job description

Channel Marketing Manager, UK and Ireland

Meta is looking for an experienced, business-minded, and highly talented Retail marketer to take on this exciting role in the London Meta office focused on hardware. Reporting to the Northern Europe Marketing Lead in London, this role will own retail/channel marketing, online retail executions, in-store marketing programmes, and customer acquisition for Meta in the UK and Ireland. The Meta team is developing the future of mixed reality and wearables, bringing products to consumers that transform entertainment and social experiences. The Channel Marketing team at Meta is tasked with growing consumer adoption of Meta hardware technology and with working with retail partners to develop these new exciting categories. You will deliver plans that stay within budget while continually optimizing, improving our toolset and processes to meet our goals.

Responsibilities

1. Manage online and in-store retail presence to create best-in-class consumer shopping experiences in the UK and Ireland.
2. Create retail marketing programs to drive sales of Meta products such as bundles, promotions, in-store events, and content offerings.
3. Work in close conjunction with the sales team and drive the day-to-day execution of all retail marketing activities.
4. Track key metrics and improve efficiencies through the marketing mix.
5. Support the Sales and Channel team to build effective retail partnerships and support them with operational needs around retail programmes.
6. Plan, track, and optimise co-marketing budgets.
7. Brief creative teams and manage marketing assets.
8. Support retail expansion into new stores or retailers.

Minimum Qualifications

1. 10+ years in a marketing role, with a clear record of achievement and success in technology-based consumer marketing (e.g., Gaming, Computing, Wearables, Smart technology, or similar).
2. Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, ideally with post-graduate business/marketing qualification.
3. Proven knowledge in selling consumer goods within both online and retail capacity, with experience of the leading Consumer Electronics retailers.
4. Experience of working with retail partners and visual merchandising teams to build in-store experiences through permanent fixtures, negotiation of space, fixture placement, temporary displays, POS, and knowledge of how to optimise stores.
5. Worked with field sales and field merchandising teams to develop demo, merchandising compliance, and training plans for retail partners.
6. A proven track record in leading successful retail marketing programmes and go-to-market planning and execution across online and traditional retail channels.
7. Demonstrable experience in planning and managing significant marketing budgets and investments.
8. Possess advanced analytical skills, with an understanding of how retailers measure and manage their businesses.
9. Clear understanding of the retail landscape and direct experience working with consumer electronics retailers in the UK and Ireland (Currys, Argos, Amazon, John Lewis, or similar).
10. Experience working on bundles, promotions, and content.
11. Effective communication and presentation skills, with the capacity to clearly convey complex ideas in a concise manner. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of business principles, attention to detail, and alignment with Meta's values.
12. In-depth understanding of CE consumer, particularly gamers, early adopters, and an advocate for innovation and the opportunities presented by disruptive technologies.

About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

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